House Bill No. [insert number] proposes the enactment of R.S. 37:23.5, which outlines the authorized and prohibited uses of artificial intelligence (AI) by healthcare providers in Louisiana. The bill allows healthcare providers to utilize AI for various administrative and analytical tasks, such as maintaining client records, managing appointment schedules, processing billing, analyzing anonymized data, and drafting general communications related to therapy logistics. However, it explicitly prohibits the use of AI for making treatment or diagnostic decisions without the review and approval of a licensed healthcare professional, direct patient interaction regarding treatment, or generating therapeutic recommendations or treatment plans independently.

The bill also establishes penalties for violations, imposing a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation, which will be enforced by the Louisiana Department of Health. This department is tasked with investigating any alleged violations and promulgating rules to implement the provisions of the bill. Additionally, the bill provides definitions for key terms, including "artificial intelligence," "healthcare professional," and "healthcare provider," to clarify the scope and application of the law.